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What is insulin resistance?

What is insulin resistance?

Insulin resistance, also known as impaired insulin sensitivity, happens when cells in your muscles, fat and liver don't respond as they are immune to the cells.

Last updated on 15 Mar 2023

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At what glucose level is insulin released?

Insulin is normally secreted by the beta cells (a type of islet cell) of the pancreas. The stimulus for insulin secretion is a high blood glucose.. Although there is always a low level of insulin secreted by the pancreas, the amount secreted into the blood increases as the blood glucose rises. Usually healthy body maintains it at 90mg/dl.

Last updated on 15 Mar 2023

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Why does my blood sugar go up when I don't eat?

When people eat food the food breaks down into sugars which is only stored with the help of insulin. if insulin is not produced adequately then it is stored in the blood stream rising a person's blood glucose levels.

Last updated on 15 Mar 2023

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How long does it take for type 1 diabetes to develop?

It takes few years or upto 1 year to develop type1 diabetes

Last updated on 15 Mar 2023

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Does Sugar spikes our insulin?

Yes, high amount of sugar spikes insulin production in the body

Last updated on 15 Mar 2023

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What is a normal blood glucose level?

A fasting blood sugar level of 99 mg/dL or lower is normal, 100 to 125 mg/dL indicates you have prediabetes, and 126 mg/dL or higher indicates you have diabetes.

Last updated on 15 Mar 2023

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